Doña Ana County celebrates 250th Independence Day!

Tuesday, June 30
4:30 p.m.Orlando-Antonio JimenezCenter Stage
5:00 p.m.Ft. Bliss Army BandMain Stage
5:00 p.m.Daniel Sanchez Special Events Building
5:30 p.m.Sol Dance StudioLivestock Barn
6:30 p.m.The Dirty Low DownLivestock Barn
7:00 p.m.Clark Andrew LibbeyCenter Stage
7:30 p.m.Benjy RivasSpecial Events Building
8:00 p.m.Proyecto UnoMain Stage
9:30 p.m.Drone ShowFairgrounds
Wednesday, July 1
4:30 p.m.Ballet FolkloricoCenter Stage
5:00 p.m.Chris BakerSpecial Events Building
5:30 p.m.Sol Dance StudioLivestock Barn
6:00 p.m.Julián KalelCenter Stage
6:30 p.m.CalienteLivestock Barn
7:30 p.m.Blank Space: The Unofficial Taylor Swift Tribute*Main Stage
7:30 p.m.The Pizza Bones TrioCenter Stage
7:30 p.m.Rebel Creek RadioSpecial Events Building
9:30 p.m.Drone ShowFairgrounds
Thursday, July 2
4:00 p.m.Ampitheater Groundbreaking CeremonyLivestock Barn
4:30 p.m.Sax AttitudeCenter Stage
5:00 p.m.Sol Dance StudioLivestock Barn
5:00 p.m.Skivi and the OG’s Special Events Building
6:00 p.m.575 Band Livestock Barn
7:30 p.m.Joe NicholsMain Stage
7:30 p.m.Sangre GitanaCenter Stage
7:30 p.m.CalistaSpecial Events Building
9:30 p.m.Drone ShowFairgrounds
10:00 p.m.DJ Hex / Foam PartyCenter Stage
10:00 p.m.Los Sheriffes Del NorteLivestock Barn
10:00 p.m.LumberJacks LCSpecial Events Building

* Blank Space is not endorsed by or in any way affiliated with TAS Rights Management, Taylor Swift, or their affiliated entities.

City of Las Cruces Schedule of Events: 

Friday, July 3
9:00 p.m.Electric Light ParadeBegins at Apodaca Park, South on Solano Dr., East on Hadley Ave., Ends at Maag Softball Complex
Saturday, July 4 – Pat & Lou Sisbarro Community Park, 3205 Arrowhead Dr., NMSU
4:00 p.m.Gates Open / Kids Zone
6:00 p.m.Food, Activities, Vendors
6:45 p.m.Triple Jack
8:00 p.m.49 Winchester
9:45 p.m.Fireworks Display

Three Days of Community, Celebration and a New Kind of Fireworks
In 2026, the United States marks 250 years of independence, a historic milestone that brings communities together across the nation. Doña Ana County invites residents and visitors to be part of this once-in-a-generation celebration with a three-night event at the Doña Ana County Fairgrounds, 12125 Robert Larson Boulevard.This free, family-friendly celebration will feature live entertainment, local vendors and a nightly drone show that re-imagines the traditional Fourth of July experience. 

A Celebration for the Entire Community
This event is designed to bring the community together in a shared celebration of history, culture and connection. Whether you’re coming for the entertainment, the food or the experience, there will be something for everyone to enjoy throughout the three-night event.

Free Admission
Admission and parking is free, making it accessible for families and residents across Doña Ana County and beyond. Gates open at 4:00 p.m. each night. 

Rules & Regulations
Prohibited items include firearms/weapons, fireworks, outside food and beverages, water bottles containing liquids, tumblers, coolers and ice chests, household pets, pepper spray or similar aerosol defense products. Reasonable accommodations will be made for medical needs and items required for children. Alcohol will be available in designated areas.

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